Browsing: Historical Fiction

Fans of The Time Traveler’s Wife will fall in love with this sumptuous novel from a New York Times bestselling author. After a tragedy, Eva Ward returns to the dilapidated mansion where her family spent their summers. But the old halls hold secrets and ghosts…

From a New York Times bestselling author comes a “vivid tapestry of wartime London” (USA Today bestselling author Carolyn Hart): As World War II rages, Prime Minister Churchill’s brilliant, spirited secretary, Maggie, uncovers a chilling assassination plot that only she can stop.

A stunning #1 New York Times bestseller with over 140,000 five-star Goodreads ratings: When Molly unlocks an elderly woman’s past, she discovers all that they have in common. “Phenomenal” (USA Today).

From a New York Times bestselling author: After Adair is falsely accused of being a Confederate spy, she makes a daring escape from prison — and embarks on a harrowing journey in search of her family. “Remarkable… A distinguished epic of war, courage, and love (Kirkus Reviews).

This “irresistibly touching, delectably uplifting” novel (Booklist starred review) charts the transformative friendship between veteran zookeeper Samson and ailing elephant Hannah. “The moments of genuine emotion will charm readers” (Publishers Weekly).

Late 1950s Cuba: Against the will of her father, Francesca flees into the arms of a revolutionary fighter, sparking a “sprawling… fascinating” journey (Publishers Weekly) of violence, love, and power.

In this richly drawn New York Times bestseller, successful author Carrie begins writing a novel set in 18th-century Scotland — and soon finds herself immersed in her own family’s hidden past… “Fascinating and immersive” (Diana Gabaldon), with nearly 23,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!

A shepherd boy embarks on a journey to find the treasure of his dreams… With over 835,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads, this modern classic is “a wise and inspiring fable about the pilgrimage that life should be” (New York Times bestselling author M. Scott Peck).

This “celebration of life” (The Washington Post) from a #1 New York Times bestselling author follows a young boy’s attempts to navigate a strict parochial school as a series of events catapults him toward one outrageous Christmas. “A charming read… Genuinely funny” (Houston Chronicle).

“A delightful romp through the backstory of Romeo and Juliet” (Chicago Sun-Times): In Renaissance Italy, a romantic rivalry destroys a friendship — and ignites a legendary feud. “A novel of intricate plot, taut narrative, sharp period detail, and beautifully realized characters” (Publishers Weekly).